Structural Analysis: In Theory and Practice
Publisher: International Code Council
Pages: 624
Alan Williams' book provides a comprehensive coverage of the classical methods of structural analysis and includes recent advances in computer applications. Supplementary problems are given at the end of each chapter with answers provided at the end of the book. These problems represent realistic situations encountered in practice, and test the reader's ability to apply the concepts presented in the chapter. Structural Analysis is perfect for anyone who wishes to have a handy reference filled with equations, calculations and modeling instructions as well as engineering students and candidates studying for professional engineering registration examinations. It will also serve as a refresher course and excellent reference manual for practicing engineers.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of the field of structural analysis
- Extensive use of line drawings to provide visual assistance in understanding complex analysis procedures
- Problems represent realistic situations encountered in the analysis of structures and test the reader's ability to apply the concepts presented in the chapter
This is a great resource for Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, Geotechnical Engineers, Earthquake Engineers, and Mechanical Engineers.
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Thursday, August 27, 2009
2006 IBC Structural Q&A: Application Guide

2006 IBC Structural Q&A: Application Guide
Publisher: International Code Council and co-branded by NCSEA
Publisher: International Code Council and co-branded by NCSEA
Pages: 186
This document has been co-branded with NCSEA and answers the most frequently asked questions on the 2006 IBC structural code provisions. The questions presented in this book are real, commonly asked questions by building officials and structural engineers. Many answers are accompanied by illustrations that provide a clear understanding of both the intent and meaning of specific code text. This document is an essential resource for anyone involved with the IBC structural provisions, including architects, inspectors, building officials, plans examiners, structural engineers, civil engineers, instructors and students. The IBC section text is reprinted for easy reference, followed by questions and answers pertaining to the particular section. This allows for quick reference to questions and answers on specific code sections.
The following seven structural chapters are covered in this application guide:
Chapter 16 - Structural Design
Chapter 17 - Structural Tests & Special Inspections
Chapter 18 - Soils & Foundations
Chapter 19 - Concrete
Chapter 21 - Masonry
Chapter 22 - Steel
Chapter 23 - Wood
Chapter 25 - Gypsum Board & Plaster
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This document has been co-branded with NCSEA and answers the most frequently asked questions on the 2006 IBC structural code provisions. The questions presented in this book are real, commonly asked questions by building officials and structural engineers. Many answers are accompanied by illustrations that provide a clear understanding of both the intent and meaning of specific code text. This document is an essential resource for anyone involved with the IBC structural provisions, including architects, inspectors, building officials, plans examiners, structural engineers, civil engineers, instructors and students. The IBC section text is reprinted for easy reference, followed by questions and answers pertaining to the particular section. This allows for quick reference to questions and answers on specific code sections.
The following seven structural chapters are covered in this application guide:
Chapter 16 - Structural Design
Chapter 17 - Structural Tests & Special Inspections
Chapter 18 - Soils & Foundations
Chapter 19 - Concrete
Chapter 21 - Masonry
Chapter 22 - Steel
Chapter 23 - Wood
Chapter 25 - Gypsum Board & Plaster
Purchase this book.
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2006 IBC Handbook: Structural Provisions

2006 IBC Handbook: Structural Provisions
Publisher: International Code Council and NCSEA
Pages: 608
This publication is co-branded by NCSEA and authored S.K. Ghosh, Ph.D.; R. Chittenden, S.E.; and John Henry, P.E.
The 2006 edition of this popular IBC Handbook includes discussions on many of the structural provisions of the 2006 International Building Code®.
This completely detailed and in-depth discussion on the 2006 IBC® provides a great wealth of code knowledge. The Handbook contains detailed commentaries on the structural provisions in Chapters 16-23 of the IBC, tracing the historical background and rationale of code provisions. It also contains more than 200 drawings and figures to clarify the application and intent of code provisions. Included is a CD containing the complete Handbook; CodeMaster: Seismic Design; and FEMA 232, 389, 450 (Parts 1 and 2), 451, 451B, 454, and 460. This CD allows you to navigate easily through the documents, search text, copy images from figures and tables, and cut and paste small excerpts into correspondence or reports. This essential resource is an important tool for building officials, architects, fire marshals, plans examiners, inspectors and others who use the International Building Code. No office should be without a copy of the IBC Handbook: Structural Provisions.
Features of this publication include:
-With expanded content and in full color!
-More than 200 drawings, figures and examples help clarify the application of the code requirements
-Addresses all Structural provisions of the 2006 IBC
-Code provisions are examined in a manner to provide a better understanding of the provisions' intent and purpose
-Bonus CD includes the full text of the handbook, CodeMaster: Seismic Design; and FEMA 232, 389, 450 (Parts 1 and 2), 451, 451B, 454, and 460, in a PDF format
Purchase this book.
2009 edition coming soon!
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This publication is co-branded by NCSEA and authored S.K. Ghosh, Ph.D.; R. Chittenden, S.E.; and John Henry, P.E.
The 2006 edition of this popular IBC Handbook includes discussions on many of the structural provisions of the 2006 International Building Code®.
This completely detailed and in-depth discussion on the 2006 IBC® provides a great wealth of code knowledge. The Handbook contains detailed commentaries on the structural provisions in Chapters 16-23 of the IBC, tracing the historical background and rationale of code provisions. It also contains more than 200 drawings and figures to clarify the application and intent of code provisions. Included is a CD containing the complete Handbook; CodeMaster: Seismic Design; and FEMA 232, 389, 450 (Parts 1 and 2), 451, 451B, 454, and 460. This CD allows you to navigate easily through the documents, search text, copy images from figures and tables, and cut and paste small excerpts into correspondence or reports. This essential resource is an important tool for building officials, architects, fire marshals, plans examiners, inspectors and others who use the International Building Code. No office should be without a copy of the IBC Handbook: Structural Provisions.
Features of this publication include:
-With expanded content and in full color!
-More than 200 drawings, figures and examples help clarify the application of the code requirements
-Addresses all Structural provisions of the 2006 IBC
-Code provisions are examined in a manner to provide a better understanding of the provisions' intent and purpose
-Bonus CD includes the full text of the handbook, CodeMaster: Seismic Design; and FEMA 232, 389, 450 (Parts 1 and 2), 451, 451B, 454, and 460, in a PDF format
Purchase this book.
2009 edition coming soon!
For more products from the International Code Council, please visit our store.
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